Fairness Constraints

Fairness constraints refer to guidelines or rules designed to ensure that decisions made by algorithms, models, or systems do not favor one group over another based on characteristics like race, gender, or socioeconomic status. In practice, these constraints aim to promote equitable outcomes by preventing discrimination and ensuring that all groups are treated fairly. For example, in hiring processes, fairness constraints would help ensure that candidates from diverse backgrounds have equal opportunities, mitigating biases that could lead to unfair advantages or disadvantages for specific groups.